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Volvo V50

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LB04 SXLMOT history

LB04 SXL is a blue diesel Volvo V50 first used on 11 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,300 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V50
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 SXL was last recorded at 154,300 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 1,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,387 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,913 miles
Average per year
6,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,300 miles
  • 2025 – 152,387 miles
  • 2024 – 149,111 miles
  • 2023 – 145,150 miles
  • 2022 – 139,208 miles
  • 2021 – 136,040 miles
  • 2019 – 131,107 miles
  • 2018 – 125,208 miles
  • 2017 – 119,038 miles
  • 2016 – 112,916 miles
  • 2015 – 106,990 miles
  • 2014 – 98,514 miles
  • 2013 – 90,160 miles
  • 2012 – 81,622 miles
  • 2011 – 76,819 miles
  • 2010 – 70,082 miles
  • 2009 – 55,880 miles
  • 2008 – 33,784 miles
  • 2007 – 33,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,300 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front surface rust in suspension turret area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,300 miles (+1,913)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,300 miles
    Test number
    151120745255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass152,387 miles (+3,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    152,387 miles
    Test number
    918542908150
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slightly perished in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOne rear exhaust mount broken

  3. Pass149,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,111 miles
    Test number
    955969924767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail149,111 miles (+3,961)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,111 miles
    Test number
    462765799805
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass145,150 miles (+5,942)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,150 miles
    Test number
    118305163611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass139,208 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    139,208 miles
    Test number
    930665335051
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front surface rust in suspension turret area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing a full inspection

  7. Fail139,208 miles (+3,168)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,208 miles
    Test number
    976407300000
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front surface rust in suspension turret area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing a full inspection

  8. Pass136,040 miles (+4,933)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,040 miles
    Test number
    434494663861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,107 miles (+5,899)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,107 miles
    Test number
    336602256180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,208 miles (+6,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    125,208 miles
    Test number
    816486363957
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are nearing the end of their lives.

  11. Pass119,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    119,038 miles
    Test number
    802469621747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail119,038 miles (+6,122)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,038 miles
    Test number
    627065120209
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass112,916 miles (+5,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,916 miles
    Test number
    709515110283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,990 miles (+106)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,990 miles
    Test number
    672992625282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,884 miles (+8,370)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,884 miles
    Test number
    385720845620
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass98,514 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,514 miles
    Test number
    725467614361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,511 miles (+8,351)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,511 miles
    Test number
    938295414357
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very low inner edges (change asap)
    • NoteRear heatshield insecure

  18. Pass90,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,160 miles
    Test number
    328207693215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,160 miles (+8,538)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,160 miles
    Test number
    878087893280
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass81,622 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,622 miles
    Test number
    228828892223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  21. Fail81,622 miles (+4,803)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,622 miles
    Test number
    306958392252
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn

  22. Pass76,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,819 miles
    Test number
    386047951407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail76,819 miles (+6,737)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,819 miles
    Test number
    965597751220
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass70,082 miles (+14,202)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    70,082 miles
    Test number
    244165660262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    572775969265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,880 miles (+22,096)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    652965269271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass33,784 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,784 miles
    Test number
    260131948471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,557 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,557 miles
    Test number
    722925347166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TRYRE VALVE CAP MISSING

Questions about LB04 SXL

Does LB04 SXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 SXL is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SXL?
The MOT on LB04 SXL is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 SXL done?
LB04 SXL was recorded at 154,300 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 6,428 miles a year.
Has LB04 SXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SXL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 SXL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 SXL find?
LB04 SXL passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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